International Student Recruitment Manager
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,784 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | ST5 5BG |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Keele University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KU00005012 |
Summary
Full Time, Indefinite
Agile working (blend of home and office based)
The Opportunity
This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join Keele University’s Directorate of Global Student Recruitment and Admissions (GSRA). GSRA is responsible for delivering all aspects of the University’s work in relation to admissions, enquiries, UK and International student recruitment, widening access, applicant marketing, and market development.
Reporting to the Head of International Student Recruitment, you will take responsibility for the management and delivery of a portfolio of projects and activities that support a strong and sustainable pipeline of applications and enrolments to the University. You will also take the lead for designated markets, building and maintaining key relationships with external stakeholders internationally to drive student recruitment and support prospective students in making informed decisions.
You will represent the University at events, both in person and online, and work closely with education agents, schools and partner institutions. As line manager for International Student Recruitment Officers, you will provide leadership across this activity area and work with a high degree of autonomy.
You must be willing to work extended hours and occasional weekends, spending sometimes lengthy periods of time away from home. At times you may be required to support additional recruitment activities including supporting undergraduate and UK activity.
The Benefits
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above
The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.
The University
Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at
Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.
DBS Please note this appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
How to Apply
For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies
Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.
For informal enquiries may be addressed to Hannah Taylor at h.s.taylor@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 15 April 2026
Interviews will be held: 30 April 2026
Agile working (blend of home and office based)
The Opportunity
This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join Keele University’s Directorate of Global Student Recruitment and Admissions (GSRA). GSRA is responsible for delivering all aspects of the University’s work in relation to admissions, enquiries, UK and International student recruitment, widening access, applicant marketing, and market development.
Reporting to the Head of International Student Recruitment, you will take responsibility for the management and delivery of a portfolio of projects and activities that support a strong and sustainable pipeline of applications and enrolments to the University. You will also take the lead for designated markets, building and maintaining key relationships with external stakeholders internationally to drive student recruitment and support prospective students in making informed decisions.
You will represent the University at events, both in person and online, and work closely with education agents, schools and partner institutions. As line manager for International Student Recruitment Officers, you will provide leadership across this activity area and work with a high degree of autonomy.
You must be willing to work extended hours and occasional weekends, spending sometimes lengthy periods of time away from home. At times you may be required to support additional recruitment activities including supporting undergraduate and UK activity.
The Benefits
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above
The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.
The University
Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at
Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.
DBS Please note this appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
How to Apply
For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies
Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.
For informal enquiries may be addressed to Hannah Taylor at h.s.taylor@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 15 April 2026
Interviews will be held: 30 April 2026
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